Random thoughts from a few cantankerous American physicians. All contributors are board certified. Various specialties are represented here. I do not know where this will lead but hope it will at least be an enjoyable read. All of the names mentioned in this blog are pseudonyms, the ages have been changed, and in half the cases the gender as well. All photographs are published with patient consent or are digitally altered to preserve anonymity. Trust us, we're doctors.

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Tuesday, May 08, 2007

What can I say? Saw this sign today. Evidently there is now a swarm of ANGRY hymenoptera on the floors. I called the Orkin guy. A little more investigating uncovered that this is actually an ACRONYM which, if memorized, will be just super helpful.

Beds should be kept in lowest positionEvaluate the environment for obvious hazardsElectrical cords should be kept out of walking paths

Ask staff for assistance when getting your family member out of bedLighting should be on to improve visibilityEquipment should be in locked position etc...Remove any clutter to provide unobstructed walkwayToitleting should only be done with nursing assistance

Again, I put my feeble brain to work and came up with a more short and succinct sign to place in these patient's rooms.